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5 / 17 resultslearn Melatonin
hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
learn Spironolactone
powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
learn Estradiol
an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
learn Bicalutamide
a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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research Approach to the Adult Female Patient with Diffuse Nonscarring Alopecia
The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
research Phototrichogram Analysis of Japanese Female Subjects with Chronic Diffuse Hair Loss
Phototrichogram and hair diameter measurements are effective, noninvasive ways to assess hair growth and detect early hair loss, with the most common pattern being reduced hair density.
research Alopecia From Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives may cause hair loss in women.
research Hair Diameter in Female Baldness
Women with thinning hair have thinner hair strands than women without hair loss.
research Hair Problems in Women: A 1997 Study on Prevalence, Psychological Impact, and Treatment Approaches
Hair problems are common and distressing for women, but increasing knowledge of treatments offers hope.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Triple Hair TH-16 released. Thoughts and opinions?
Triple Hair's TH-16, a product claimed to be more effective than Minoxidil 5%, has been released; it contains melatonin and resveratrol. One user reported success with topical melatonin and dermarolling.
community Apostles Creed: On The Third Day, He Rose Again From The Dead. 9 Months Dutasteride 1mg daily and Oral Minoxidil 2.5-5mg daily on Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia
The conversation is about a person's positive experience with Dutasteride 1mg and Oral Minoxidil 2.5-5mg daily for Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia, showing significant hair regrowth after 9 months. They mention a tough initial shedding phase, no side effects after 9 months, and a preference for oral treatments due to convenience and pet safety.
community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community any news about DUPA (Diffuse unpatterned alopecia)?
The conversation discusses diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and its possible causes, including sensitivity to DHT, not being androgenic alopecia, being diffuse alopecia areata, or hormonal issues. Treatments mentioned include topical melatonin, Clobetasol Propionate for alopecia areata, and the lack of results from using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
community 22F. Should I even bother getting a biopsy? Is there any point?
A woman who has been experiencing hair loss for several years, and her question of whether there is any benefit to getting a biopsy to check if it's AGA or diffuse alopecia areata when no cure or very effective treatment exists. Treatments such as spironolactone and Minoxidil/finasteride/RU58841 have previously been discussed.